Mexican Gold Poppy
Eschscholzia californica ssp. mexicana
This annual reseeds readily. Mexican gold poppy seeds should be sown in the fall.
THE BASICS
Type: Annual
Sun: Full Sun
Hardiness: 0°F
Water: Low to Moderate
Native to: Southwest U.S., Northern Mexico
GROWTH RATE
Growth Rate: Moderate
Mature Height: 1 feet
Mature Width: 1 feet
Mature Form: Upright clump
FOLIAGE
Color: Medium green
Texture: Fine
WILDLIFE
FLOWERS
Flower Color: Yellow to gold
Season: winter, spring
COMMENTS
Litter: Low
Thorns: None
Allergenic: No
Irritation: None
Spring Color
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Photos (l-r, t-b) : Dave Seibert, Carol Ward, Carol Ward, Carol Ward, Carol Ward